ATTENDANT, CATERING

Catering Attendant (Nationals Park)

Provides polished, attentive food and beverage service for premium catered events while ensuring exceptional presentation and seamless execution.

MUST HAVE FINE DINING OR CATERING/BANQUET EXPERIENCE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION!

Qualifications:

• Must possess or able to obtain a valid food handler's permit and/or alcohol servers' permit where required by state law.
• Open availability, including holidays, evenings and weekends
• Must have experience in fine dining, luxury hospitality, or high-end catering
• Strong service instincts and elevated hospitality standards
• Calm, confident leadership style in high-visibility environments
• Professional presence and exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to lift and transport catering equipment and supplies (up to 50 lbs)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Delivers polished, attentive service for upscale catered events, premium hospitality functions, and fine dining experiences
• Executes food and beverage service according to established fine dining and high-end catering standards
• Professionally serves plated meals, passed hors d'oeuvres, buffet presentations, beverages, and other catered offerings
• Demonstrates exceptional attention to detail in table settings, place settings, buffet displays, service stations, and overall event presentation
• Sets and maintains elegant dining and event spaces, including tables, linens, dcor, serviceware, glassware, and other presentation elements
• Maintains strong knowledge of menus, ingredients, preparation methods, beverage offerings, and service standards to confidently assist guests
• Anticipates guest needs and provides warm, discreet, and highly attentive service throughout the dining experience
• Maintains professional composure, appearance, and service etiquette in fast-paced, high-profile hospitality environments
• Coordinates closely with culinary, catering, and event leadership to ensure seamless timing and execution of service
• Monitors and maintains proper food temperatures, presentation standards, and product quality throughout catered functions
• Maintains buffet tables, service stations, and dining areas to ensure they remain clean, organized, fully stocked, and visually impeccable
• Efficiently clears, resets, and maintains tables while minimizing disruption to the guest experience
• Assists with the careful handling, organization, and return of china, glassware, flatware, serving equipment, and catering supplies
• Completes event breakdown and restoration of service areas to established cleanliness and presentation standards
• Maintains a clean, organized, and safe work environment while consistently following food safety, sanitation, and responsible service procedures
• Creates a welcoming and memorable guest experience through genuine hospitality, professionalism, and personalized service
• Performs additional duties as assigned to support exceptional event execution and guest satisfaction

Levy is a member of Compass Group USA. Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.